CPI News Brief: New Module Now Available: “First Responder Mental Health and Cultural Awareness: An Introduction for Mental Health Professionals”

CPI News Brief: New Module Now Available: “First Responder Mental Health and Cultural Awareness: An Introduction for Mental Health Professionals”

  • 18 February 2026

First responders include police, emergency medical technicians, firefighters and 911 dispatchers. There are over 200,000 first responders in New York State.

Supporting the mental health needs of first responders requires specialized knowledge and understanding.

Recent research has highlighted a critical shortage of mental health professionals equipped to work effectively with this unique population.

This foundational training addresses that gap by providing essential insights into first responder culture, challenges and treatment considerations.

 

IMHATT Program Completion List

  • 8 February 2026

Access a list of OMH-licensed programs where at least one staff person has earned an Integrated Mental Health Mental Health/Addictions Treatment Training (IMHATT) certificate. People earn an IMHATT certificate after completing 29 online training modules that include basic, intermediate, and advanced skills in integrated treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders including tobacco dependence.

CPI News Brief: Westchester What Clinicians Need to Know Archived Trainings Available

CPI News Brief: Westchester What Clinicians Need to Know Archived Trainings Available

  • 13 January 2026

We are pleased to share the following archives in this series:

 

CPI News Brief: New Module Now Available on CPI’s Website: “Integrating Digital Media into Psychiatric Assessments”

CPI News Brief: New Module Now Available on CPI’s Website: “Integrating Digital Media into Psychiatric Assessments”

  • 7 January 2026

Did you know that:

  • Currently about four billion people globally use digital devices to get information, to work, or meet.
  • Digital media is increasingly recognized as a relevant factor in mental health assessments.
  • Focusing on the quality of digital engagement rather than the sheer volume allows for a deeper understanding of its impact on mental health.

Online Training Catalog is Now Available for CPI's Learning Management System and Website Consumer Portal

  • 14 December 2025

Did you know that we now have two catalogues that describe our e-learning resources? 

The Online Training Catalog lists and provides information about 90+ online modules that are currently found in our Learning Management System (http://practiceinnovations.org/Learning-Community-Login).

The Consumer and Family Portal lists and provides information for providers, consumers, and their families.

Looking for OnTrackUSA?

  • 8 October 2015
OnTrackUSA provides manuals and other web-based resources as well as consultation and training to programs and State agencies that would like to implement Coordinated Specialty Care teams (CSCs) for people with early psychosis. CSC teams provide innovative, evidence-based, recovery-oriented treatment to young people who have recently begun experiencing psychotic symptoms. These teams help people achieve their goals for school, work and relationships. 
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